Title: Exploring the Structure of Cells

Grade Level: 5th Grade

Objective: Students will be able to identify the different parts of a cell and describe their functions.

Materials: - Microscope - Prepared slides of plant and animal cells - Whiteboard and markers - Handout with labeled diagrams of plant and animal cells - Interactive website or video on cell structure

Procedure:

Introduction: 1. Begin by asking students if they have ever heard of cells before. Ask them what they know about cells and what they think cells do. 2. Introduce the concept of cells as the building blocks of all living things. Explain that cells are like tiny factories that work together to keep organisms alive and functioning.

Exploration: 3. Show students prepared slides of plant and animal cells under a microscope. Ask them to observe the cells and describe what they see. 4. Use the whiteboard to draw a diagram of a plant and animal cell, labeling the different parts and their functions. 5. Distribute the handout with labeled diagrams of plant and animal cells for students to reference. 6. Use an interactive website or video to further explore the different parts of a cell and their functions.

Application: 7. Divide students into small groups and provide them with a blank diagram of a plant or animal cell. 8. In their groups, students will work together to label the different parts of the cell and describe their functions. 9. Each group will present their diagram to the class, explaining their choices and what they learned about the different parts of a cell.

Conclusion: 10. Review the different parts of a cell and their functions with the class. 11. Ask students to reflect on what they learned about cells and how they are important to living things. 12. Encourage students to continue exploring the world of cells and how they contribute to the diversity of life on Earth.

Assessment: - Students will be assessed on their ability to identify the different parts of a cell and describe their functions through their group presentations and completed diagrams.